How to Choose the Right Interstate Removalist

Moving house is regarded as one of the most stressful events
you can go through in life. In fact, a
survey
showed it came only second to divorce on the stress meter. And when you’re
moving to a new house in a completely different state, it’s no wonder people
turn to professional interstate removal companies to help alleviate some of the
pressure. But how do you choose the right removal company?

Ensure they are AFRA accredited

Anyone can start a removal company, and although many are
great at what they do, as with any business, the industry isn’t without its cowboys.
Luckily, the
Australian Furniture Removals Association (AFRA) protects the
integrity and standards of the industry by accrediting its members.

To be an AFRA member, the interstate removal company must
meet strict standards of safety and training and must have insurance. So,
before you go choosing any old company, make sure you do your research, read
reviews, and ensure they carry the AFRA seal of approval!

Carefully consider
your moving needs

Do you need a secure place to store your belongings during
your move?

Do you have valuable items that need to be covered by
insurance?

Do you need help with planning, packing, and unpacking?

Are you working within a certain time frame?

You need to take all these factors into consideration before
hunting for a removal company that fits the bill. Most reputable removal
companies will offer secure storage, insurance, and will help you plan your
move, pack your belongings, and unpack them at the other end. So, don’t feel
like you need to settle for any less!

Do they have a strong
network of partners?

Interstate removals aren’t easy to coordinate and often a
removal company will rely on partner companies to help facilitate a smooth
move. Always ask about the details of your move, how your belongings will be
transported, and whether the company will use partners. If they do, then make
sure all the companies involved carry that AFRA accreditation to ensure their
integrity!

Always find out
exactly what you’re insured for

This is critical and you need to know exactly what insurance
you have. Some companies will say you’re covered under the ‘marine transit
policy’ or that insurance is covered in the move, but unless you know exactly what
insurance you have, you won’t know the extent to which you are covered. The
last thing you need when moving is damage to valuable items that aren’t
insured.

Finally, don’t be
afraid to ask the right questions

If an interstate removal company is worth your time and
money then they’ll have the answers you need ready and waiting. You just have
to know what questions to ask. We recommend that you at least:

Ask for advice on moving and what you need to prepare

Ask what accreditation or official recognition the company
has

Ask how your items will be packed and unpacked

Ask about the security of any storage facilities

Ask about communication and how your belongings will make it
to their destination

Ask about insurance and request to see an insurance document

Ask if they’ll provide a free inspection and written quotation

Ask for testimonials from previous interstate removal
customers

If you ask all of the above, then you’ll soon be able to work
out whether this company is going to make your move a breeze or drag you past
immense stress into purely hellish territory.

We guarantee a smooth
move!

Of course, you could always
contact us. We have over a decade
of experience in interstate removals, and we guarantee to be able to help you move
with ease, from the planning stage to unpacking at your new home. We’re AFRA accredited and so is our
large network of partners across Australia. So, if you’ve got a move coming up,
why not give us a call now on
08 8931
1133
and find out how we can help you?